DO'S AND DON'TS

        To help maintain your aerobic system and keep it running at peak performance,              please follow these guidelines:

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•  Contract with a Licensed Provider in Hood, Somervell and Erath.

•  Keep your system accessible for inspections and pumping.  Avoid  landscaping around system and spray heads.

•  Call your provider at the first sign of problems or system failure.

•  Keep detailed records of your system, including location, make/model, capacity, license, installation date, service agreement, inspection reports, repairs and date pumped.

•  Conserve water and repair any leaks to prevent overloading.

•  Divert other sources of water from the system.

•  Familiarize yourself with how your system works to identify issues early on.

•  Use ant killer if ants are found near the electrical components.

•  Check chlorinator once a week to once a month (depending on water usage) and add chlorine as needed.

• Pump your system when recommended by your provider.

•  Obtain required permits before making alterations to the system.

•  Stagger laundry throughout the week instead of doing it all in one day.

•  Only authorized professionals should clean or repair sealed components of an aerobic unit.

• Store chlorine properly to avoid damage to tools and electrical components.

• Refrain from using drain cleaners or excessive amounts of grease.

•  Do not use your toilet as a trash can.  Do not flush tampons, cigarette butts, condoms, medication, etc.

•  Do not use harmful chemicals and cleaners as this may harm your system and ground water, killing beneficial bacteria. 

•  Do not use pool tablets as a disinfectant.

•  Do not allow anyone to drive or park on the system.